Admissions Advisor

Smith Chason College; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Smith Chason College seeks an Admissions Advisor to guide prospective students through the admissions cycle, emphasizing recruitment and campus communications. The role requires collaboration with multiple departments to support enrollment goals and maintain a positive, student-first environment.

The position involves on-campus duties, event coordination, and ongoing engagement with applicants and families to convey program value and career outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; applicable experience includes career services, sales, recruiting, and job placement in a vocational industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and meet placement outcomes.
• Proven sales and networking skills.
• Strong technical skills with computers, databases, and internet research.

Responsibilities

• Consult with prospective students (and parents) to convey the value of an education.
• Follow up with prospective students via phone and email.
• Forecast new student count for classroom occupancy; manage admissions process.

Skills

Sales skills

Networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Description

JOB TITLE: Admissions Advisor

STATUS: Non-Exempt / Hourly

TYPE: On-Campus

REPORTS TO: Campus Director

PURPOSE

The Admissions Advisor ensures all Smith Chason College future, current, and past students have the tools and information they need to be successful in their careers. The Admissions Representative assists in all aspects of student recruitment, sales, marketing, and guiding prospective students through the life cycle of the admissions process. The Admissions Advisor plays a significant role in supporting the mission and enrollment goals of the school. The individual in this role will actively engage with prospective students by creating a friendly and positive environment.

OVERALL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures total compliance with federal, state, and accrediting regulations
• Consult with prospective students (and parents if applicable) to convey the value of an education as essential to a successful career in this field
• Regularly and consistently follow up with prospective students via phone calls and emails
• Quickly responds to requests for information and provides assistance
• Accurately communicate the campus and program features to prospective students
• Manage all aspects of the admissions process including trend analysis and accurately forecast new student count for classroom occupancy
• Plan, manage, and execute campus events such as Open House and Career Day. Attend all new student orientations, graduate commencement ceremonies and other events as required
• Keep current on all programs offered and continually seek to enhance program/school knowledge
• Collaborate with other departments in a positive and productive manner to ensure a student-first environment
• Additional duties as assigned by Campus Director

Requirements

MID LEVEL:

3 Years Experience

OVERALL EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Acceptable experience includes career services; sales; recruiting; and job placement in a vocational industry
• Demonstrated ability to manage and meet placement outcomes
• Proven sales and networking skills
• Strong technical skills including computer applications/programs, internet research, database management, and analytical skills
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, perform well under pressure, and meet deadlines
• Non-negotiables include a positive attitude, the desire to help others, a self-driven nature, confident, and results-oriented
• Be able to effectively collaborate with other team members to meet daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly campus objectives
• Other necessary character traits include being a team player and having the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
• Always behave in a professional manner in way of appearance, demeanor, and attitude
• Consistently display the highest levels of integrity in all that is done

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time
• Can independently move objects up to 25 lbs.
• Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, other office machinery, and perform repetitive motions
• Must have sufficient hearing and speaking ability to communicate in person or on the phone/computer with others
• Must be able to occasionally function in activities that include walking, bending, squatting, and reaching

CULTURE OF CARE: Culture

Culture of Care encourages one-on-one relationships. Creating a culture that focuses on the student and their wellness. This includes understanding the student's complex lives. It is about creating a school where everyone feels welcomed by: Creating a sense of community in all interactions and communications with students Identifying problem areas and offering assistance Opening up safe conversations for cooperative solutions Holding students to standards and goals that will ultimately make them successful in their careers